Find the best German food in Chicago! Who doesn’t love a German feast and an Oompah band? Oktoberfest is one of the most fun times of year to consume German food. But what about any other time of the year? Chicago has a long history with Germany. From the mid-19th century through World War II many Germans settled in Chicago, from Lincoln Park, west to Bucktown, and north to Lincoln Square. If you are looking for a fun time and authentic German menu items like Sauerbraten, Schnitzel (which are both hearty and rich) as well as fresh German breads and desserts like Käsekuchen (cheese cake); check out these great restaurants we’ve got you covered for the best German food in Chicago!

Laschet’s Inn
2119 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60618

The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
1401 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605

Resi’s Bierstube
2034 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60618

The Glunz Tavern
1202 North Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Funkenhausen
1709 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Tuman’s Tap and Grill
2159 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Prost!
2566 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

The Berghoff
17 W Adams St
Chicago, IL 60603
Chicago is a wonderful place to visit if you are German, want to celebrate Oktoberfest, or are looking for the best German restaurants in Chicago. Grab your lederhosen and dirndl and get ready to enjoy some tasty food!
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